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  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    The Ruler Must Obey The Law Of God

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 29, 2022
     | 1,265 views

    If a ruler does not hold God and God’s Law in the highest respect, he will ultimately fail.

    Saturday of 17th Week in Course Men and women without faith in the twenty-first century are a lot like the Israelites who were hearing and yet not listening to Jeremiah five centuries before Jesus. If you have no faith in Christ, in the transcendent reality we call communion with the Trinity, you ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Jack Perkins, D.Min., LADC, CSAC, CCLC avatar

    Serving With Integrity And Passion Series

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 12, 2021
     | 3,422 views

    God placed it upon Paul's heart that the church in Crete needed to grow up to maturity. Titus had demonstrated that he was ready for the responsibility of organizing the churches in Crete; he would lead the people to avoid the Cretan worldview and the legalism of the Jews.

    “Come, follow me.” The words resound with authority that could emanate only from the heart of God. My heart is tenderly touched each time I view a video clip that depicts the early disciple walking away from their known life to live according to a calling God places upon their lives. As the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jerusalem Council Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on May 6, 2021
     | 1,797 views

    Paul and Barnabas did not share the view of the few Jews who believed that circumcision is necessary for the converts. They advocated and argued for Salvation through grace without circumcision. Read further to know the decision and its effect.

    Acts 15:22-35 Jerusalem Council’s Decision Circulated 15:22-23 Trustworthy Convoys to Antioch 15:23-29 Four requirements from Converts 15:30-35 Ruling of James on Circulation Acts 15:22-23 Trustworthy Convoys to Antioch. The Apostles decided to communicate the decision of the Jerusalem council ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    Gifts Of The Spirit In The Church: And Diagnostics Of The Lost

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 1, 2021
     | 1,099 views

    I can't help but notice certain patterns in the people and groups around me. Of course people are more complex than stereotypes, but there are certain observable patterns that do emerge, and tend to be at least somewhat accurate in describing people groups.

    I can't help but notice certain patterns in the people and groups around me. Of course people are more complex than stereotypes, but there are certain observable patterns that do emerge, and tend to be at least somewhat accurate in describing people groups. What do people think about Jesus? ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Trustworthy Saying - Part 3

    Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Oct 14, 2024
     | 590 views

    Spiritual leadership in the church is necessary. Without spiritual leaders you will have leadership, but as immature or nonspiritual, they will draw people after themselves. This sermon is about the desire to serve as a spiritual leader.

    Trustworthy Saying #3 (1 Tim. 3:1-7) Intro: A. Today we are going to study another of Paul’s “trustworthy sayings” taken from 1 Tim. 3:1. The Bible tells us read about the role of the minister or evangelist, and the character of spiritual leaders we often call “elders” or “shepherds.” We also ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Don Aldrich Tamayo avatar

    Restored To Lead - (Lesson From Peter On Denying Christ)

    Contributed by Don Aldrich Tamayo on Dec 6, 2024
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     | 1,248 views

    This is a message for anyone who feels like their failure has disqualified them from God’s plans. Through Peter’s story, we see that failure is not the end; it’s an opportunity for God to show His grace and call us into greater purpose.

    Expository Sermon: Restored to Lead Key Text: John 21:17 – “He said to him the third time, ‘Simon, son of Jonah, do you love Me?’ Peter was grieved because He said to him the third time, ‘Do you love Me?’ And he said to Him, ‘Lord, You know all things; You know that I love You.’ Jesus said to him, ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    "Woe To You": Avoiding The Pharisees’ Mistakes About Faith Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 4, 2025
     | 445 views

    Jesus' criticism of the religious leaders provides several insights into what genuine faith is supposed to look like.

    WRONG WAY: Jesus rejected the Pharisees’ approach to faith. - Luke 11:37-38. - Jesus gets invited to dine with a Pharisee and He goes. That in itself is interesting: Jesus is engaging with those who are His most vociferous enemies. - Why did He do that? I think there are at least a couple ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Jesus Concentrated On Only Twelve Disciples

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 17, 2006
     | 3,020 views

    Jesus concentrated on teaching, training and developing twelve disciples into church leaders. By putting quality ahead of quantity, the Lord set a pattern for how godly leaders are to develop. There can be no short cuts to developing leaders for the churc

    Why Jesus Concentrated on Only Twelve Disciples by Paul Fritz Mark 3:14-3:14 In a world where bigger is usually assorted with better, it seems that Jesus might be considered a failure by today’s standards. After all, the Lord spent most of His time with only twelve disciples, one of whom ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Pray For Our President And America

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Oct 18, 2002
    based on 204 ratings
     | 12,367 views

    The Bible teaches that in the last days before Christ’s return our world would become perilous. It is during times like these that we need to become people of prayer. The call to prayer for our leaders and our nation is clear from the pages of God’s Word

    PRAY FOR THE PRESIDENT AND AMERICA I Timothy 2:1-4 I Timothy 2:1-4 "I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; for kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Handling Ridicule Series

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2000
    based on 18 ratings
     | 4,137 views

    A Leader must be able to handle ridicule.

    Handling Ridicule Nehemiah 4:1-6 I. Opposition by Ridicule (1-3) A. Ridiculed their Condition ‘feeble Jews’ (2) B. Ridiculed the wisdom behind the project ‘will they restore their wall’ (2) C. Ridiculed their trust in God ‘will they offer sacrifices’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Call To Courage Series

    Contributed by Monte Wike on Sep 13, 2005
    based on 85 ratings
     | 13,442 views

    Leadership basics following a famous leader

    First United Methodist Church Sudan, Texas May 7, 2000 Rev. Monte Wike, Pastor “CALL TO COURAGE” A Look at Leadership #1 GREATER TEXT: Joshua 1: 1-18 TEXT: Joshua 1: 6-7, “Be strong and of a good courage: for unto this people shalt thou divide for an inheritance the land, which I sware ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Lynn Floyd avatar

    As For Me And My House

    Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Jun 21, 2004
    based on 54 ratings
     | 11,326 views

    A challenge to dads to be the spiritual leader in their homes.

    As For Me And My House… Father’s Day Message June 20, 2004 Riverwood Church Introduction: On February 19, 1979, a small plane crashed into Ontario Peak in the San Gabriel Mountains, and a ten-hour story of death, courage, and survival began. The passengers of that Cessna 172 included the pilot, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Effective Christian Leadership

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 12, 2002
    based on 58 ratings
     | 7,259 views

    What makes for an effective Christian leader?

    Have you ever had one of those days when everything went wrong? It is like the lawyer speaking to his client: "I have good news and bad news." "What’s the good news?" asks the client. "The jury is deadlocked." "Well, what’s the bad?" Responds the lawyer, "They can’t decide whether to hang you ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Gideon's Gig Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Sep 13, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,950 views

    Gideon's Gig. A loser becomes a leader

    Clark Kent. Loser or leader? If you ask Lois Lane, she would tell you that Clark Kent is a loser. To her Kent is that bumbling and timid co-worker at the Daily Planet newspaper - a worrier too wimpy for her taste. Superman on the other hand, well now that man of steel was Lois Lane’s idea of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Keith Butler avatar

    The Prayer Of Ezra

    Contributed by Keith Butler on Aug 18, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
     | 11,185 views

    A prayer of repentance for the nation of Israel.

    EZRA’S PRAYER Ezra 9:5:15 Key Verse and Theme: “What has happened to us is a result of our evil deeds and our great guilt, and yet, our God, you have punished us less than our sins have deserved and have given us a remnant like this.” (Ezra 9:13) 1. Who was Ezra? A. Ezra was a priest. (Ezra ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ